Introduction to Shohei Ohtani’s Pitching Debut
Shohei Ohtani is inching closer to pitching for the Dodgers as he throws live batting practice for the first time at home in front of the cameras. The update comes more than a year after he underwent elbow surgery.
Background on Ohtani’s Injury
The wait is over, baseball fans. Shohei Ohtani will make his pitching debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday, June 16. Well, sort of. The Dodgers announced on social media on Sunday night that Ohtani will "start" on Monday’s game against the San Diego Padres. However, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, Ohtani is expected to pitch the game as an opener. This means Ohtani is not expected to pitch more than an inning or two.
Ohtani’s Road to Recovery
The announcement marks the end of a long wait for both Ohtani and the baseball world have not seen the 3-time MVP take the mound since August 2023, when Ohtani suffered a season-ending elbow injury. After undergoing elbow surgery in 2023, Ohtani rehabbed for the entire 2024 World Series-winning season as well as the first three-plus months of the 2025 season.
Upcoming Game Details
Shohei Ohtani pitches live BP at Dodger Stadium. The Dodgers announced on social media on Sunday night that Ohtani will "start" on Monday’s game against the San Diego Padres. However, according to Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic, Ohtani is expected to pitch the game as an opener.
Conclusion
The long-awaited return of Shohei Ohtani to the pitching mound is finally here, with his debut set for Monday, June 16, against the San Diego Padres. Although he is expected to pitch only an inning or two, this marks a significant milestone in his recovery from elbow surgery.
FAQs
- Q: When will Shohei Ohtani make his pitching debut for the Los Angeles Dodgers?
A: Monday, June 16. - Q: Who are the Dodgers playing when Ohtani makes his debut?
A: The San Diego Padres. - Q: How long is Ohtani expected to pitch in his debut?
A: Ohtani is expected to pitch no more than an inning or two, serving as an opener. - Q: What was the reason for Ohtani’s long absence from pitching?
A: Ohtani underwent elbow surgery in 2023 and has been rehabbing since then. - Q: What is the source of the information about Ohtani’s pitching debut?
A: The information is provided by the Los Angeles Dodgers and previous reports.
